Subject-verb agreement is a fundamental aspect of grammar that students in Class 9 need to master. It is essential to ensure that the subject and verb in a sentence agree in terms of number and tense. This practice exercise class will help students to achieve immaculate subject-verb agreement in their writing.

The exercises in this class will focus on three main areas: subject-verb agreement in sentences with singular subjects, subject-verb agreement in sentences with plural subjects, and subject-verb agreement with irregular verbs. These exercises are designed to reinforce the concepts that students have learned in their English language class and improve their writing skills.

To begin, let`s review the basic concept of subject-verb agreement. In simple terms, the subject and verb in a sentence must agree in terms of number. If the subject is singular, the verb must also be singular, and if the subject is plural, the verb must also be plural. For example, “The cat sleeps” and “The cats sleep” are both correct sentences as the verb “sleep” agrees with the subject in each sentence.

To practice subject-verb agreement with singular subjects, try this exercise:

1. The student _____ (is/are) studying hard for the exam.

2. The book _____ (is/are) on the shelf.

3. The bird _____ (fly/flies) high in the sky.

4. The class _____ (start/starts) at 9 am.

The correct answers are:

1. The student is studying hard for the exam.

2. The book is on the shelf.

3. The bird flies high in the sky.

4. The class starts at 9 am.

To practice subject-verb agreement in sentences with plural subjects, try this exercise:

1. The dogs _____ (bark/barks) loudly.

2. The teachers _____ (teach/teaches) well.

3. The children _____ (play/plays) together.

4. The cars _____ (drive/drives) on the highway.

The correct answers are:

1. The dogs bark loudly.

2. The teachers teach well.

3. The children play together.

4. The cars drive on the highway.

To practice subject-verb agreement with irregular verbs, try this exercise:

1. The team _____ (win/wins) the game.

2. The dancer _____ (dance/dances) gracefully.

3. The child _____ (go/goes) to school daily.

4. The man _____ (have/has) a lot of money.

The correct answers are:

1. The team wins the game.

2. The dancer dances gracefully.

3. The child goes to school daily.

4. The man has a lot of money.

In conclusion, mastering subject-verb agreement is crucial for students in Class 9. These practice exercises will enable students to use proper subject-verb agreement in their writing and enhance their knowledge of English grammar. Regular practice will help students to develop a strong foundation in English grammar and improve their writing skills.